K51.4
Inflammatory polyps of colon
Clinical Information
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A non-neoplastic polypoid lesion in the colon. It may arise in a background of inflammatory bowel disease or colitis. It is characterized by the presence of a distorted epithelium, inflammation, and fibrosis.
Details
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K51.4 should not be used for reimbursement purposes as there are multiple codes below it that contain a greater level of detail.
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The 2023 edition of ICD-10-CM K51.4 became effective on October 1, 2022.
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This is the American ICD-10-CM version of K51.4 – other international versions of ICD-10 K51.4 may differ.